The Cotswold
The Cotswold is a nursing home in Burford, Oxfordshire (OX18 4XA). It holds a CQC rating of Outstanding.
About The Cotswold
Here at The Cotswold, we are a nursing home nestled in the heart of Burford, one of Oxfordshire's most welcoming market towns. We care for a range of people, including older adults, younger adults, and those who need a shorter stay with us for respite. Whether someone arrives needing complex nursing support or simply a period of rest and recovery, we work hard to make sure they feel genuinely at home from the moment they walk through our door. We are proud to hold an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission, which reflects the effort and thoughtfulness that goes into every aspect of life here. That recognition matters to us, but what matters more is hearing from residents and families that they feel heard, comfortable, and well looked after day to day. Nursing care sits at the core of what we do. Our team works closely with residents, their families, and healthcare professionals to ensure that clinical needs are met with both skill and compassion. We know that moving into a nursing home, or supporting a loved one to do so, can feel like a significant step. We try to make that transition as straightforward and reassuring as possible by being open, honest, and easy to talk to from the very beginning. Burford itself is a wonderful place to be based. The town has a real sense of community, and we enjoy being part of it. Residents who are able to get out benefit from everything the Cotswolds has to offer, and those who prefer to stay close to home find plenty to enjoy within our own walls too. If you would like to find out more about life at The Cotswold, or to arrange a visit, we would be very glad to hear from you.
Care provided at The Cotswold
- Older person care
- Younger adults care
- Respite care
- Last CQC inspection: 20 September 2019
Read the full inspection report on the CQC website.
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Common questions about The Cotswold
Where is The Cotswold located?
The Cotswold is a nursing home in Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4XA. You can view its exact location and get directions from the map on this page.
What type of care does The Cotswold provide?
The Cotswold is registered to provide nursing and personal care, with support that includes Older person care, Younger adults care, Respite care. The full list of services is shown on this page.
What is The Cotswold's CQC rating?
The Cotswold is registered with and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Its most recent overall rating is Outstanding following its last inspection on 20 September 2019. You can read the full CQC report from the link on this page.
Does The Cotswold offer respite or short-term care?
Yes. The Cotswold offers respite and short-term care. Availability changes regularly, so it is best to enquire directly.
Questions families ask about The Cotswold
Can Mum or Dad stay here if their dementia gets worse?
No. The Cotswold is not listed for dementia care on the CQC register. If dementia is likely, choose a home that is, so a second move is not needed later.
Is there a nurse on site if health needs change?
Yes. Yes. The Cotswold is registered to provide nursing care, so registered nurses are part of the team.
Can they try a short stay before deciding?
Yes. Yes. The Cotswold offers respite and short stays, which is a good way to see whether the home is the right fit.
Will they support end of life care, so there is no move at the hardest time?
Ask the home. End of life care is not listed on the register. Ask the manager whether residents can remain in the home with hospice or district nurse support.
Can she bring her cat or dog?
Ask the home. The home has not told us its pet policy yet. Ask directly; some homes allow small pets in residents' rooms or welcome visiting dogs.
Can a couple stay together?
Ask the home. We do not know whether the home has rooms for couples. Ask about shared or adjoining rooms if this matters.
Will the council help pay, or is it self funded only?
Ask the home. The home has not told us which funding it accepts. Most homes take both council funded and self funded residents; ask about council rates and any top up.
Do they take younger adults as well as older people?
Yes. Yes. The Cotswold supports younger adults as well as older people.
Can I visit before deciding, and are there visiting hours?
Ask the home. Every home should welcome a visit. Call to arrange one, ideally at a mealtime or during an activity, and ask about visiting hours for family.
Typical weekly fees in the South East
The Cotswold has not published its fees yet. These are typical weekly fees for the South East, so you know roughly what to expect before you call.
- Residential care: £1,100 to £1,450 per week per person, typical range
- Nursing care: £1,350 to £1,750 per week per person, typical range
Indicative figures for the South East, not a quote from The Cotswold. Actual fees depend on the room, the level of care and how it is funded.
More about the care at The Cotswold
Respite Care at The Cotswold
Booking a short stay is largely a question of timing, since the popular weeks go early and most homes set a minimum length. Respite is one of the registrations held by The Cotswold. Ask what that minimum is, what to pack, and how medication is handed over on arrival. Plenty of families treat a fortnight away as a trial run before deciding anything permanent.
Nursing Care at The Cotswold
What separates a nursing home from a residential one is the presence of registered nurses on site day and night, for people with wounds, catheters, unstable conditions or complex medication. The Cotswold is registered to deliver nursing care. Inspectors judged the service outstanding, although that visit took place in September 2019 and a great deal can change over such a stretch. Anyone assessed as needing nursing qualifies for NHS Funded Nursing Care, a contribution of roughly 235 pounds a week paid to the home towards the nursing element. That payment reduces what a family pays, so ask how it shows up on the invoice. Ask also what happens if someone's needs rise beyond what the home is able to manage.
Older Person Care at The Cotswold
Daily life in a care home is built from small routines, help with washing and dressing, medicines given on time, meals eaten in company and someone to sit and talk with. The Cotswold is registered to provide care for older people in Burford. Families looking round should ask how a resident's own routine is learned and kept, rather than fitted to the building's timetable. Staffing at night deserves a direct question, including how many staff are on duty and how long it takes someone to answer a call bell. Weekly fees across the South East commonly run from 1350 to 1750 pounds, while the county council usually pays somewhere between 950 and 1150, a gap that may need topping up. Ask what the quoted fee covers and what is billed as an extra.
Younger Adults at The Cotswold
A resident of 50 in a home where most people are 85 can find the days very long unless something is aimed at them. The Cotswold is registered to care for adults under 65 alongside older residents. Ask who else of a similar age lives there at the moment, and what someone younger would realistically do with their week.
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